parliament
UK/'pɑ:lәmәnt/US
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Definitions
n.
The elected or appointed legislative body of a country that makes laws and debates national issues
议会，国会
Root Breakdown
Native Englishparliamentother
=parliament
Example Sentences
- 1.
The new legislation was passed by parliament with overwhelming support.
- 2.
Parliament must approve the national budget before the fiscal year begins.
- 3.
Members of parliament debated the controversial healthcare reform proposal.